Lake Erie yellow perch fishing is regulated jointly by Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, and Ontario. Perch limits on Lake Erie can change annually.
Popular Ohio Waters
Lake Erie (Western Basin)
Sandusky Bay
Portage Lakes
Tips for Ohio Yellow Perch Fishing
Lake Erie is one of the best yellow perch lakes in the world.
The western basin near Sandusky and the islands consistently produces excellent perch fishing.
Small jigs, emerald shiners, and perch rigs with worms are effective.
Common Questions
Ohio allows 30 yellow perch per day on Lake Erie with no minimum size limit. However, this limit is reviewed annually and can change based on population surveys — verify current regulations each season.
Important: Fishing regulations change annually. This page reflects regulations for 2026 but always verify current rules with Ohio Department of Natural Resources before fishing. Some waters have special regulations that differ from the statewide rules.